Money for jam

The phrase "Money for jam" is a colloquial term used to imply that 'money can be made easily'. However, the term is not restricted to the action of making money and can be applied to an array of situations, such as gaining knowledge for an exam by simply coming to class and taking notes from that teacher.

History

The term has been used in the English language since the 18th century, deriving from England. The term has lost much of its popularity in everyday conversation as well as in academic writing, over the last 50 years however the use of the phrase is being revived through the works of Colin V Murray Wallace at the University of Wollongong.

21st Century Use

Although the usage of the phrase has become less popular through the end of the 20th century, many 'Money for Jam' enthusiasts have pressed on in regards to bringing the phrase to the masses. 'Money for Jam' enthusiast, Professor Colin Murray-Wallce, has urged the continued use and ultimate rise back to popularity of the term, and hopes to have a usage rise of over 25% in the Wollongong region by the end of 2007.